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Aldermen propose greater inspector general powers
Tribune reporter A group of self-styled reform aldermen said Thursday that it wants to help Mayor Rahm Emanuel live up to his campaign pledge to give the city's top corruption buster unfettered access to city documents, though it's unclear whether the...
Tags: Illinois Supreme Court, Robert Fioretti, Politics, Elections, Richard F. Mell
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Aldermen seek to help Emanuel keep ethics campaign pledge
Clout StreetA group of self-styled reform aldermen said Thursday they want to help Mayor Rahm Emanuel live up to his campaign pledge to give the city’s top corruption buster unfettered access to city documents, though it’s unclear whether the push will...Tags: Illinois Supreme Court, Robert Fioretti, Politics, Richard F. Mell, Elections
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Democratic bosses pick Beavers replacement despite state fine
Clout StreetDemocratic ward and township bosses today chose Stanley Moore to succeed convicted former Cook County Commissioner William Beavers despite Moore's $3,000 fine for allegedly campaigning while on the taxpayer dime at his state job. The selection by party...Tags: Sandi Jackson, Politics, Roland Burris, Cook County Government, Anthony Beale
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Beavers county board successor could be picked Thursday
Clout StreetCook County Democratic leaders are scheduled to meet Thursday to pick a replacement for Commissioner William Beavers, who was convicted last month of federal tax evasion. Ald. Howard Brookins will lead the meeting at which Democratic committeemen will...Tags: Howard Brookins, Politics, Elections, Todd H. Stroger, Anthony Beale
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Brown Sugar Bakery anchors Grand Crossing renaissance
Some neighborhoods have it all, and some neighborhoods have very little, but only one Chicago neighborhood, Greater Grand Crossing, has Stephanie Hart and her Brown Sugar Bakery. There, every day you can get cupcakes the size of small children's heads...
Tags: Business, Sales, Chatham, Greater Grand Crossing, Backstreet Boys (music group)
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Chicago aldermen split on schools strike
Clout StreetFor a time Monday, visitors to aldermen's offices at City Hall office were greeted by a 7-year-old whose Mets cap was barely visible over the top of a desk. Chicago teachers were out on strike, so Roberto Maldonado II wasn’t at Drummond...Tags: Robert Fioretti, Roberto Maldonado, Education, Career and Workplace, Teachers
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CTA to close Dan Ryan branch of Red Line for 5 months
Tribune reportersIn deciding to close the south leg of the Red Line for five months starting next May, CTA officials bet that short, intense pain will be easier to suffer through than several years of track construction migraines. South Side aldermen – previously...Tags: Trips and Vacations, Roseland, Robert Fioretti, Consumer Goods Industries, Bobby Rush
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Speed camera plan advances
Mayor Rahm Emanuel made a slight tweak to his controversial speed-camera ticketing plan Wednesday, unveiling a version with a lower fine just before a City Council committee considered the measure and recommended approval. A ticket for driving six to...
Tags: Carrie Austin, James Cappleman, Health and Safety at School, Chicago Tribune, Local Government
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Emanuel defends income-tax hike refund seizure
Clout StreetMayor Rahm Emanuel today gave an impassioned defense of the city’s effort to intercept millions in state income tax refunds from people across Illinois who owe City Hall money. The speech came after the City Council approved the plan 41-8. “...Tags: Willie Cochran, Labor Legislation, Fines, Robert Fioretti, Politics
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City Council passes new ward map, 41-8
Tribune reporterLess than two hours after putting the finishing touches on a new map of the city's 50 wards, the Chicago City Council approved it over the vehement objections of some aldermen whose political futures are imperiled by the redrawn boundaries. The vote was...Tags: Robert Fioretti, Toni Foulkes, John Arena, Politics, Richard F. Mell
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Former Ald. Lyle appointed Cook County judge
Clout StreetThe Illinois Supreme Court has appointed former Chicago Ald. Freddrenna Lyle as a Cook County Circuit Court judge to fill a vacancy. Lyle, the former 6th Ward alderman, will serve until next year’s elections determine a replacement for Judge...Tags: Cook County, Judges, Illinois Supreme Court, Freddrenna Lyle, Local Elections
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African-American aldermen vow to help colleagues in runoffs
Clout StPosted by John Byrne at 12:05 p.m. Several Chicago African-American aldermen who are safely re-elected today pledged to help to their colleagues who face runoffs. During a closed-door meeting at City Hall, members of the City Council black caucus said.......
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